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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Philip & Christine ARNOLD
Philip and Christine sadly passed away on 28th February. Much loved parents to Emma and Jonathan, loving in-laws to Mark and Nia, cherished mamgu and Cu to Lowri, Ffion, James and Ben. They will be sadly missed by all there family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Friday 24th March at 11:00am. Family flowers only please but donations if so desired in Memory of Philip and Christine can be made to: Kidney Research UK via funeral-notices.co.uk or by cash/cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Rachel Mary BAKER (nee Isaac)
(nee Isaac) Suddenly passed away on February 21st 2023 at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Rae of Ravenhill Road, Fforestfach. Dearly loved wife of Cyril, loving mother of Simon and his wife Jacky and Elizabeth and Adi, proud grandma of Alex and Holly, much loved sister of Iris and loved aunt of Jeremy and step-sister of Leighton. Rachel will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Thursday 16th March 2pm service at Llanelli Crematorium. Black clothing optional please wear something colourful in memory of Rachel if preferred. Donations if so desired to St. Michael's and All Angels Church, Manselton c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205. "Rae of sunshine"
Paul BALTZER
Sadly on Sunday 26th February 2023 at Ty Olwen, Paul, much loved dad of Josie and Sam, loving brother of Jayne and brother-in-law of Vince. Paul will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service Tuesday 21st March at Swansea Crematorium, 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Ty Olwen c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel 01792 643840
Terence Charles (Charlie) BARRY
(Charlie) Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 3rd March 2023 aged 87 years, Charlie. Cherished husband to the late Joan, loving father to Claire, devoted grandfather to James, Lowri and Elissa. Charlie will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Joseph's Cathedral on Friday 17th March at 12.30pm followed by committal at Morriston Cemetery at 1.45pm (section BBB). Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Maggies c/o D.G.Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea, SA5 9JH Tel: 01792 650205
Rhiannon BAYNES
(Trebanos Primary School Teacher) Peacefully on 2nd March 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Rhiannon of Pontardawe, treasured daughter of Raymond and Margaret, devoted mother of Robert and Anthony, dear mother-in-law of Louise, cherished nanna of Noah, Carly, Elsie, Courtney, Charlie and Connie, beloved sister and sister-in-law of Wayne and Susan. Funeral on Monday 20th March 2023. Friends, please meet in Swansea Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired to Ty Olwen Trust c/o Funeral Directors Brian E. Duggan and Sons 36 Heol Y Nant, Clydach, Swansea, SA6 5HB Tel: 01792 843373
Lindsay Alistair BLACK
Peacefully at Hafan-y-Coed Nursing Home, Llanelli on 23rd February 2023, aged 77 years. Lindsay was the cherished uncle to his four nephews; he will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends. A Requiem Mass will be held at St. Benedict's R.C. Church, Clydach on Wednesday 22nd March at 1pm, followed by interment at Oystermouth Cemetery (Section U). Flowers to William Pressdee Funeralcare by 11am on the day of the funeral please. Further enquiries c/o William Pressdee Funeralcare 1-2 Stanley Street, Mumbles, Swansea, SA3 4NE. Tel. 01792 366513 Requiescat in Pace
Rowland John COLE
Peacefully on 18th February. Rowland the loving Husband of Priscilla, cherished Dad of Hayley and Alison, devoted Dadcu of Matthew and Donna and beloved Great Dadcu of Sadie and Alfie. The respected brother-in-law of Robert and the devoted brother of the late Barbara and Brian and a caring uncle and special cousin. Rowland was a dear friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral will be held on Wednesday 15th March at 12:30 hrs at Morriston Crematorium. Family flowers only with donations to the Renal Dialysis West Unit at Morriston Hospital and the Welsh Ambulance Patient Transport Services greatly appreciated, donations can be made at funeral-notices.co.uk on Rowland's Tribute Page. Further enquiries to Wynford Thomas and Son Funeralcare, 61 Commercial Street, Ystalyfera, SA9 2HU, 01639842422
Howel CRAVEN
Suddenly on Saturday 25th February 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Howel, beloved husband of Janice, loving and devoted father of Nigel and Nicola, much loved father in law of Gee. Cherished dadcu of Mia, Cennedy and James. Howel will be very sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday 22nd March 2023, 11am at Swansea Crematorium, SA6 6BY. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to "Wales Air Ambulance", c/o Nicola Craven, Morriston Golf Club, 160 Clasemont Road, Morriston, Swansea, SA6 6AJ Graham Sullivan Funeral Directors Ty-Hedd Funeral Home Mynydd Garnllwyd Road Morriston, Swansea SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 77 5262
William Keith EDWARDS (Keith)
(Keith) Peacefully at home in Ysgol Street Port Tennant, with his loving wife by his side, on Wednesday 22nd February2023, Keith, beloved husband of Beryl, devoted dad of Diane & Sharon, dear father-in-law of Peter & Marcel, cherished grandad of Andrew, Sean, Jay, Christopher & Samantha, and his 10 great-grandchildren, a much loved brother of Margaret, Mary, June & the late Eileen and loving uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Keith will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service Tuesday 14th March Swansea Crematorium at 11am, family flowers only, but donations in lieu if desired may be sent directly to Cancer Research UK Fundraising Team (Region 6), Cancer Research UK, PO Box 1561, OXFORD, OX4 9GZ Further enquiries to Rees Davies & Son Funeralcare 01792 456976
Alun (Butch) EVANS
(Butch) Passed suddenly at home on February 28th aged 79 years. Devoted and loving husband to Gloria, loving father to Paula and Ian. Cherished Grandpa to Ava and Orla and dear father-in-law of Simon and Amy. Respected brother-in-law of Roger. Alun (Butch) will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral on Thursday, 16th March, 2023. Service at Llanelli Crematorium at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Alun may be made to the Macular Society or Alzheimer's Society via: www.inkinanddeans.co.uk or sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans Family Funeral Directors. Kilby Court, Loughor, Swansea SA4 6RQ Tel: 01792 897710
Anne FRANCIS (Nee Lloyd)
(Nee Lloyd ) Peacefully on 27th February 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Anne, loving wife of John Malcom (Mac), adored mother of Paul, Ruth and the late Rachel, much loved mother in law of Alison and Mark, cherished grandmother of Jordan, Ashlee, Thomas, Drew, Alexander and Caitlin, loved great grandmother of Etta, Rosie, Noah, Jayda-Marie, Caleb and Erin. Dear sister of Ron and the late Mair, Anne will be dearly missed by all her family and friends who knew and loved her. Funeral Monday 20th March where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 2pm. Immediate family flowers only by request but donations in memory of Anne may be made directly to British Heart Foundation, Unit 88, St David's Retail Park, Llansamlet, Swansea SA6 8QL. Enquiries to Fforestfach Funeralcare 01792 581938
Michael Froude FRITCHE
(Known as Mike Wella to Hairdressers) Sadly but peacefully after a short illness on Saturday 18th February 2023, Mike aged 83 years, of Bishopston, Swansea and formerly of Narborough Road South, Leicester passed away at home surrounded with the love of his family. Loving husband and best friend to Louise and devoted father to Sarah, Andrew and Helen, father-in-law to Darren and Sally and much loved and proud grandpa of Libby, Milo, Ellie, Skye, Rosie and Lara. Cherished brother of Janet and brother-in-law David and dearly loved uncle to Robert and Rachel. Funeral Wednesday 22nd March when a Service will be held at Llanelli Crematorium, 4:00pm. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu, if so desired to the British Heart Foundation c/o St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Ian Norman FROMHOLD
Sadly but peacefully, with his wife by his side on 3rd March 2023. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Susan, Much loved brother in law of Andrew and Angela, devoted dog father of his special girl Holly and his adored boy Beau. Ian will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday 21st March 10:00am at Morriston Crematorium. Black attire is not essential. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired to be paid directly to Many Tears Animal Rescue, Cwmlogin House, Cefneithin, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire SA14 7HB Swansea FuneralCare 5 Dillwyn Street Swansea 01792 654369
Phyllis HEAVEN
Sadly on 9th March 2023 at her home. Phyllis aged 93 years of Ynysforgan. Beloved wife of the late Trevor, cherished mum of Anthony and Steven, dearest mother-in-law of Caroline and Wendy, cherished nanna to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loving sister of Maureen and the late George. Phyllis will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Wednesday 22nd March 2023 where a service will take place at Bethel Private Chapel of Rest, Cockett at 11:15am followed by Interment at Morriston Cemetery at 12:15pm. Flowers if so desired may be delivered to the Chapel of Rest. Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors 2, Waunarlwydd Road Cockett, Swansea SA2 0GB. Tel: (01792) 581924.
Jeanne Adele HOWELLS (Sottiaux)
(Sottiaux) Sadly on 22nd February, Jeanne aged 91 years of Risca, passed away. Jeanne, formerly of Killay and Dunvant area of Swansea. Dearly beloved mother and grandmother, Jeanne will be sadly missed by all those who knew her. Funeral service will take place on Friday 24th March, 2023 at Risca Funeralcare Chapel at 11.15am, followed by a burial at Danygraig Cemetery at 12.00pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, in Jeanne's memory to St David's Foundation will be kindly received. All further enquiries to Risca Funeralcare Tel: 01633 612531
Dorothy Isobel HUME
Peacefully on 23rd February at Singleton Hospital, Dorothy of Hanover Court, Sketty. Beloved wife of the late Jim, loving mother of Burnard and daughter-in-law Janet, devoted nan of Lissa and Kirsty and much loved great-nan to Ben, Chloe, Isabella and Sophia. Funeral service Friday 24th March, at St Paul's Church, Sketty 12.45pm, followed by cremation at Swansea Crematorium, at 2pm. No flowers by request, donations if so desired to The British Heart Foundation, c/o St James Funeral Home 31 St James Gardens Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT Tel: 01792 643840
Derek Richard HUZZEY
Peacefully passed away at home on 26/02/2023 surrounded by his loving family. Cherished husband of Diana. Devoted father to Susan, Joanne, the late Michael, and son-in-law Leighton. Also dad to Tina, Martin and Mandy and partners. Loving bampi to Danielle and Ross. Derek will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service Swansea Crematorium Thursday March 23rd, 2023 11.30 a.m. Family flowers but donations in lieu if so desired to Marie Curie (please send directly to charity). Graham J Sullivan, Ty Hedd Funeral Home, Mynydd Garnllwyd Road, Morriston, Swansea. SA6 7QG Tel: 01792 775262
Maida JENKINS
Peacefully on Thursday, March 2nd at her home, Maida of Park Close, Pontarddulais. Cherished and devoted wife of Byron (Uncle Bob) who fell asleep in Christ. Funeral on Wednesday, 22nd March. Private interment at Oystermouth Cemetery. Service for family and friends at Mt. Zion Christadelphian Hall, Mumbles Road, Mumbles at 12.15p.m. Further enquiries to the Funeral Directors Hywel Griffiths and Son, Funeral Directors, Capel y Bont, Pontarddulais. Tel: 01792 885626/01269 593637
Marie Eileen JENKINS (Nee Howells)
(Nee Howells) Peacefully on 26th February 2023 at her home, surrounded by her family. Eileen of Bryngolau, Gorseinon (formerly of Penclawdd). Beloved wife of the late Ronald. Devoted mother of David and Anne. Loving mother in law of Helen and David. Cherished Gu of Lowri and Caitlin. Dearly loved sister of David, Christine and the late Jean, Gaynor and John. A beloved sister in law, Cousin, aunt and great aunt who will be sadly missed by all. Funeral Monday 20th March. Service at Bethel Independent Chapel, Penclawdd at 1.30 pm, followed by cremation at Llanelli Crematorium at 3.00 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made payable to RNIB and sent to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, 3 Belle Vue, Penclawdd, Swansea, SA4 3YE. Tel 01792 851451.
Lily Elsie JONES
Ex Telephonist Cefn Coed Hospital Peacefully on Monday 6th March 2023 at her home Lily, much loved wife of the late Nick, beloved mum of Pat, Steven and Angela, loved mother-in-law of Keith, Helen and Chris, cherished nan of Michelle, Claire, Katy, Adam, Lucy and Tory, great-grandmother of Tom, Ava and Thea. Funeral Tuesday 21st March 2023 when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to British Heart Foundation or Cancer Research UK c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Graham John KILLA
Passed away peacefully on 12th February 2023, Graham, of Clydach. Beloved husband of the late Michaela, devoted father to Liam and Lewis, and loving Bampa to Óskar, Lilliana and Aria. Much loved brother to Tony, Wendy, Annette, Pamela, and brother-in-law to Karen. Dear uncle to Nadia ,Tara, Laura and Eleasha, David, Sabrina, Ashley, Lauren and the late Sarah. Beloved son to the late Herbie and Rose. Funeral service taking place at Margam Crematorium at 2:15 on Friday 17th March 2023. Cortege departing The Village Tavern at 1:30. The family would appreciate a dash of red in your attire at the service. A warm welcome is offered to join the family for refreshments at Manor Park Country House following the service. For enquiries, please contact C. Meirion Hopkin & Son for assistance. Tel: 01792 844513.
Hywel Wyndham LLOYD (ex INCO)
(ex INCO) Passed away peacefully on 26th February, Hywel, of Clydach, originally of Glais. Much loved brother of Barbara and David, dear brother-in-law of Elizabeth and the late Hywel, and loving uncle to his niece and nephews. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 12:00 midday on Monday 21st March. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu welcomed, supporting Dementia UK via: https://hywel-lloyd.muchloved.com, or by cheque payable to the charity c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son, 96 High Street, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5LN.
Peter James LOVERIDGE
Sadly on Sunday 26th February 2023 at his home, Pete. Much loved husband of the late Pearl, loving dad of Caryn, Tracey and Julie, father-in-law to Andrew and Aiden, loved grandfather of Robert and Zara, and their partners Emma and Jason, beloved big bampa of Imogen. Pete will be sadly missed by all his family, many friends and Charley the Dog. Funeral Friday 17th March when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 12:30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired to, the British Heart Foundation c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205
William Norman (Former Head Teacher) MORRIS (Norman)
(Norman) (Former Head Teacher) Peacefully passed away on 5th March. Much loved husband to Mary, loving father to Ieuan, Huw, Sion and the late Jonathan, beloved father-in-law to Sian, Isabelle and Sophie, cherished dadcu to Ffion and Lowri. Norman will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A private funeral has been held. In memory of Norman, donations if so desired can be made to: Ty Olwen by cash/cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director 118 Trallwn Road Llansamlet Swansea SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Gwyneth Mair REES (ex District and Queen's Nurse)
(ex District and Queen's Nurse) Passed away peacefully on Sunday 5th March at Cwm Cartref Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late Cranog, and much loved mother of Bethan and Jennifer. A dear mother-in-law, loving Gran to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a dearly loved sister. Funeral service taking place at Swansea Crematorium at 2:30 on Monday 20th March. Family flowers only please. Enquiries c/o C. Meirion Hopkin & Son. Tel: 01792 844513.
Sylvia Winifred RICHARDS
Peacefully, on Friday 24th February 2023 at Morriston Hospital, Sylvia, aged 88 years, of Furnace Terrace, Neath, beloved wife of the late Vernon, Sylvia will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Resting at Neath Co-operative Funeralcare (inc. K.L. Richards) 17 Crythan Road, Neath SA11 1TB until Funeral, Thursday 16th March. Service, 9:45am at Margam Crematorium. Flowers to the Chapel of Rest please or, if preferred, donations to the Kid's Cancer Charity (formerly known as the Christian Lewis Trust) 62 Walter Road, Swansea. SA1 4PT or on-line at kidscancercharity.org
Sylvia Mary ROSSELLI
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 21st February 2023. Loving wife of the late Antonio, beloved mother of Carl, Mark and the late Anthony, loving mother-in-law of Lynne and a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral to be held on Wednesday 15th March at Swansea Crematorium for 11.30am. If so desired donations to Mind Cymru c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors, 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Paul SOUTHGATE (Ex Signode)
(Ex Signode) Sadly on 2nd March 2023 at Morriston Hospital. Paul of Glyn Rhosyn, Gorseinon. Beloved husband of Yvonne. Devoted Dad of Luke, Nick and the late Rhys. Loving father in law of Bethan and Hannah. Cherished Bampi of Olivia, Gracie, Isabella, Maisie and Cassie. Loving brother of Tracey and a much loved brother in law of Anthony and Mandy. Funeral Thursday 16th March. Public service at St Catherine's Church, Gorseinon at 2.30 pm, followed by interment at Kingsbridge Cemetery at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Anthony Inkin & Paul Deans, Family Funeral Directors, Loughor Tel 01792 897710.
Barbara (Nee Bibb) TAMPLIN
Nee Bibb Peacefully passed away on 6th March at Morriston Hospital after a short illness, Barbara of Heol Las, Birchgrove. Beloved wife of the late Trevor, much loved mother to Anne, James, Suzanne and the late Brian, a dear mother-in-law, cherished nana to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Barbara will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Swansea Crematorium on Wednesday 22nd March at 11:30am. Family flowers only please but donation if so desired in memory of Barbara may be made to: British Heart Foundation, via funeral-notices.co.uk or by cash/cheque to: Gwyn Jones Funeral Director, 118 Trallwn Road, Llansamlet, Swansea. SA7 9UU Tel: 01792 771066 / 07483125296
Pamela Joan THOMAS (Ex Singleton Hospital Medical Physics Dept.)
(Ex Singleton Hospital Medical Physics Dept.) Sadly but peacefully on 2nd March 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Beloved Wife of the late Donald, cherished Mam of Warren and Lynne, dear Mamgu of Rhodri, Sam, Leonie, Laurie and Rhys, "GG" of Emily and Olivia, dear sister of Ros. Pam will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Thursday 16th March 2023 where a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium at 12:30pm. No flowers by request. Further enquiries to Lee Davies of Phillip G. Davies & Son Independent Family Funeral Directors Cockett. Tel: (01792) 581924. Pam and the family would encourage you to wear a touch of pink as dark colours will not be necessary.
Enid May WILLIAMS
Formerly of West Cross Peacefully on Wednesday 22nd February 2023, Enid, beloved wife of the late Howell, devoted mam of June, Marion and Carole, mother-in-law of John, Paolo and the late Alan, cherished gran of Paul, Anthony, Christopher, Pietro, Ricardo, Scott and Anne Louise also a dearly loved great-grandmother who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Thursday 16th March when a service will be held at Swansea Crematorium, 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Enquiries to St James Funeral Home, 31 St James Gardens, Uplands, Swansea SA1 6DT. Tel: 01792 643840.
Peter Wadley WILLIAMS
(formerly of Metal Box, Neath) Peter passed away peacefully at Morriston Hospital on Thursday 2nd March with his family by his side. Peter, dearly loved husband of the late Vivienne, much loved father of Michael, Nicola and the late Angela, loving father-in-law of David, Anne and Neil, proud and cherished grampa to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Peter will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday 17th March 2023 10.30am at Swansea Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Macmillan Cancer Support c/o D.G. Attwell Funeral Directors 95 Eaton Road, Brynhyfryd, Swansea SA5 9JH. Tel (01792) 650205.
Orensa WILLIAMS
Peacefully on Tuesday 28th February at Morriston Hospital, Swansea, Orensa of Robert Davies' Court, Pontarddulais, Swansea. Beloved wife of the late Aneurin, loving mother of Margaret, David and the late Ann, dear mother in law of Jack, Cheryl and Arthur, a cherished grandmother and great grandmother and respected sister of Eirwen, Marion, Val and the late Wynford. Funeral on Wednesday, 22nd March, service for family and friends at Swansea Crematorium at 3.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired to the Wales Air Ambulance, kindly received by the Funeral Directors Hywel Griffiths & Son, Funeral Directors, Capel y Bont, Oakfield Street, Pontarddulais, SA4 8LN. Tel: 01792 885626.
